Bs-452758-4 combined gene therapy approach targets parasympathetic signaling and oxidative stress to attenuate persistent atrial fibrillation development in a canine model

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia, a major risk factor for stroke and is associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. Unfortunately, current pharmacological and interventional treatment approaches are suboptimal. Parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) activity upregulation and oxidative stress (OS), mainly generated by NADPH oxidase 2 (NOX2), have been shown as key players in AF induction and maintenance. A deeper understanding of these molecular mechanisms underlying AF and their interplay will be instrumental to the development of new, mechanism-targeted therapies for AF.
Source: Heart Rhythm - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research